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Radius Thornleigh Park

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Vacancy
Yes
Name
Radius Thornleigh Park
Category
Rest Home
Address
Radius Thornleigh Park
25 Heta Road
Highlands Park
New Plymouth 4312
Postal Address
Same as above
Region
Taranaki
Phone
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Fax
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Mobile
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Email
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Web
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Facebook
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Personnel
Manager
Sanu Sunny - 0272902130
Owner
Radius Care Ltd
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Radius Thornleigh Park Information Pack 2018 Radius Thornleigh Park Information Pack 2018 Radius Thornleigh Park Information Pack 2018

Please download our Information Pack. Feel free to get in touch with a Radius Care team member if you have any questions.

A lot can be said through our hands — a welcome, a goodbye, a friendly embrace, a playful gesture, a sign of affection, or just the delivery of a cup of tea. At Radius Thorneligh Park, we offer more than just an extra set of hands; we strive to improve your life at the stage you're at.

Just 5.5 km from the CBD, the care home has a brand new wing and is a single-level care home set in picturesque grounds with stunning landscaped gardens. We foster a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it feel like a second family.

Thornleigh Park offers rest home, private hospital with palliative and respite care in a modern environment.

OUR FOOD
Our kitchen prepares fresh, nutritious meals that are tasty and inviting.
There are three main meals and snacks throughout the day. The menu is on a four-week cycle and is designed with residents in mind and approved by a dietician.
Fish and chips on Fridays and roast lamb, pork, and beef are the most popular dishes. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated.


ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
We offer an extensive activity programme that promotes self-esteem and personal fulfilment.
They aim to stimulate cognitive functioning, nurture their residents, and provide purposeful activities that result in full and enriched lives full of fun, laughter, and smiles. A focus is on being a part of our local community... which also includes our own Random Acts of Kindness club, which sees us delivering knitting, baked goodies and vouchers. This is a rewarding experience for everyone involved.


STAYING CONNECTED
We have a bi-monthly newsletter from us to the families with updates, upcoming events and any news.
Also offer free Wi-Fi connection for residents to stay connected with loved ones, access news, shop online, and stream movies or TV shows.
A phone package that includes a rented phone with oversized buttons and covers all mobile and toll calls, is also on offer for $35 a month. Residents can bring their existing phone numbers with them when they move in.


Are you looking to experience Radius Thornleigh Park?
Book a personal tour with Sanu, the Facility Manager, or Julie the Office Manager, who will guide you around the home and answer any questions you may have while explaining the benefits and options of being a resident.
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 53
Vacancy Yes
We have a wonderful homely atmosphere here at Radius Thornleigh Park. We have the most amazing recreation programme. Come on in and join us.
Impending vacancy Yes - Please contact facility
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Some Rooms as at 01 Aug 2024
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)
Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 Please enquire

Updated: 11 Oct 2024

Testimonials
Testimonials
Compliment 1:
My mum, has just spent two weeks with you in respite care. I just had to contact you to say that she couldn't praise you enough.
She wasn't very keen to go into respite but she hasn't stopped talking about the care and awesome people who work there, especially when she was suffering from severe pain. She told me they couldn't do enough for her.
It was topped off by the kisses and cuddles she received when she was leaving.
We couldn't have hoped for a better outcome and I don't think she will hesitate to go in again when the need be.
I just couldn't let this go without passing this on to you and we will certainly recommend Thornleigh to anyone who is looking for great care.
Thanks again for the great and thoughtful care she received.
Kind regards
Janette G


Compliment 2:
My Husband has been a resident in your Thornleigh home for almost three years. I feel Thornleigh was part of his extended family. The staff and residents have been very kind in supporting myself and family.


Compliment 3:

Thank you all for your love and care of our Dad. Also for your support of Bet over the time Dad was a resident with you.We did appreciate all your kindnesses, understanding and friendships. It was a long and interesting journey at times. Thank you again on behalf of the family.

Updated: 31 Jan 2024

Personnel
Personnel
Type Hours Per Week Status Details
Registered Nurse Yes A registered nurse is on duty 24/7.
Nurse Practitioner No A contracted Nurse Practitioner visits weekly for any medical requirements and is available as needed by Clinical Manager.
Enrolled Nurse Yes One Enrolled Nurse assisting Registered Nurses on shifts.
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers Yes Health Care Assistants are on site 24/7 for all resident's care needs.
Physiotherapist Yes Our physiotherapist visits weekly or on arrangement by Clinical Manager as or when required.
Diversional Therapist Yes Activities change daily and runs Monday to Friday by our onsite Activities Co Ordinator, and we have a Senior Diversional Therapist overseeing the Radius Taranaki region.
Activities Co-ordinator Yes Activities change daily and runs Monday to Friday by our onsite Activities Co Ordinator, and we have a Senior Diversional Therapist overseeing the Radius Taranaki region.
Hairdresser Yes Our hairdresser visits once a month and offers very reasonably priced services including cuts and blow waves.
Podiatrist Yes Our podiatrist visits every six weeks and does room visits if needed.
Dietitian Yes A dietician visits once a month and is available if needed to the Clinical Manager.
Accredited Visitors Negotiable
Kaumatua Yes Visits can be arranged by staff whenever requested.
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes Interdenominational services are held monthly within the facility and communion is held monthly as well.
Other Personnel Yes You are welcome to continue with the services of your present doctor at your own accord, however we also have a local facility GP and Nurse Practitioner available.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management Yes
Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) Yes
End of Life/Palliative Care Yes
Wound Care Yes
Diabetic Care Yes
Continence Advice Yes
Stomal Therapy Yes
Tracheotomy Care Yes
Spinal Injuries Care Yes
Infection Control Yes
Surgical Followup Yes
Clinical Management Yes
Other Specialties Yes Our registered clinical staff, including the clinical nurse manager and the facility manager, actively maintain their clinical nursing skills and techniques and are able to support and care for residents with a wide range of specialised needs.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay Status Details
Respite Yes
High Care Needs Yes
Subsidised Yes
Private Paying Yes
Booking can be made in advance Yes

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes Our facility is your new home; personal furniture and other items are welcome and encouraged. Our friendly maintenance staff are happy to assist in hanging your treasured pictures and photos.
Single Rooms Yes
Shared Rooms Yes
Rooms suitable for a couple Yes If available some of our larger rooms are suitable for a couple. Please phone and discuss this with the manager.
Ensuite Yes En suite toilets are available in some rooms.
Alcohol Permitted Yes Alcohol is kept under the supervision of the Registered Nurses on duty.
Phone Access In Own Room Yes A private telephone can be arranged at an extra cost.
Wifi Yes Free Wifi
Resident can adjust heating in own room Yes Ceiling panels and oil heaters throughout facility.
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes
Lounges/seating areas Yes There are several lounges and many quiet areas for residents to enjoy.
Cafe No Vending machine for residents and staff.
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly Yes
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care Yes
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care Yes
Palliative Care Contract Yes We provide short and long term palliative care for residents in collaboration with the Taranaki District Health Board Hospice.
Day Programme for day stay clients Yes Day care respite available Monday to Friday.
Outings Yes Regular outings are available to all residents and include picnic lunches, morning and afternoon teas, scenic drives and shopping excursions.
Māori Kaupapa No On request.
Residents Committee No Our resident meetings are held every two months and all residents and family members are very welcome to attend.
Family Committee No All families are very welcome to attend the resident meetings and regular contact and feedback with clinical staff is encouraged.
Newsletter Yes Our residents enjoy our Radius Newsletter and "Orbiter" 3 monthly.
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes
Confused Residents Yes
Smokers Room No Designated area.
Smoking Permitted Yes Smoking is still currently permitted however only in designated areas.
Semi-Secure Yes Whilst we are not a secure facility the safety of our resident's and staff is paramount and security procedures are in place for after 6pm. All external windows and doors are lockable.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Special Features
Special Features
Thornleigh Park is set in attractive surrounds with manicured courtyard gardens with a stunning mountain backdrop. We offer a well-appointed facility with friendly and professional trained staff and are a home away from home for residents and families to enjoy.

Activities are planned Monday to Friday and include daily newspaper readings, regular outings and exercise programs. We have various lounges with piano's and large TV's. Happy hour is held every week with live entertainment.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Activity programme, Big print books, Age Concern, Advocate, Alzheimer's Society, Art, Arthritis society, BBQ, Bingo, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Digital camera, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Fax, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Golden Oldies, Golf, Greypower, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Lotto, Massage, Men, Minibus, Minigolf, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Park, Parties, Picnic facilities, Pianist, Petanque, Quizzes, Reading, RSA, Senior Citizens, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV, Stroke Group, Swimming, TAB, Theatre, Videos, DVD's, Bingo

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not All fees and costs can be discussed upon request.
Staffing qualifications and details Radius Thornleigh Park offers friendly, professionally qualified staff who are proud of their work and pride themselves on going the extra mile for each and every resident.
Details about meals Our four weekly menus change seasonally and are reviewed by a dietician. We cater for all residents’ likes and dislikes and any special requirements can be easily met. Our kitchen manager uses locally grown produce and bakes morning and afternoon tea fresh each day.
Visitor information Signing in book is in reception for all visitors.
Internet access Free Wifi is provided to all residents and family members.
Transport Medical appointment transport is arranged for residents. Personal transport can be arranged on request.
Associated Complexes Radius Care is a New Zealand owned and operated company that specialises in delivering the very best levels of rest home and private hospital care for our elderly population and our young disabled who require special care.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes Staff member.
Arabic Yes Staff members.
Deaf Blind Sign Language Yes Staff member.
Dutch Yes Resident.
English Yes All staff.
Filipino Yes Staff member.
Interpreter Yes Services accessed as required.
Māori - Te Reo Yes Staff members.
Samoan Yes Staff members.
Sign Language Yes Staff member.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Anglican Yes
Baptist Yes
Christian Yes
Inter denominational Yes An interdenominational service is held on the 1st Thursday of each month.
Methodist Yes
Non denominational Yes
Presbyterian Yes
Roman Catholic Yes Catholic Priest visits monthly (Communion Service)
(Other comments) Yes All denominations are very welcome at Radius Thornleigh Park and all efforts will be made by staff to cater to indiviudal spiritual and cultural needs.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diet Status Details
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Public Transport 1.00 Km Bus stop in walking distance from the facility.
Shops 3.00 Km Close to Merrilands shopping centre.
Mall 5.50 Km City Centre
Parks 2.10 Km Tupare Park
Library 6.00 Km Puke Ariki and the Mobile Library every fortnight.

Updated: 7 Aug 2024

Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Yes
Police checked Yes Staff and volunteers complete a police check.
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Updated: 7 Aug 2024


The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.